Youths at risk are learners who have problems such as drug and/or alcohol abuse or are in trouble with the law. Their emotional and/or behavioural problems are barriers to their learning and development.  > 

All learners and educators should respect the rights of other learners and educators.  > 

All schools and other educational institutions should implement universal precautions to prevent transmission of HIV and other blood-borne diseases. A full list of the precautions that should be taken is given in the document Universal Precautions for preventing disease transmission in schools.  > 

The WCED has established a Safe Schools Call Centre as part of the Safe Schools Programme.  > 

The WCED's Safe Schools Programme works with schools to ensure safe school environments needed for successful teaching and learning.  > 

The WCED's Directorate: Specialised Support Services offers a range of services for learners experiencing barriers to learning. These services include:prevention of learning difficulties, early identification of learning difficulties and early intervention, specialised support services including psychological, therapeutic, health and social services, education programmes for learners ...  >